Kids Dental Care, The Importance Of Dental Hygiene For Congenital Heart Disease Patients
Studies on Dental Hygiene in Congenital Heart Disease Patients, show that poor dental hygiene behaviors in patients with congenital heart disease are increasing their risk of endocarditis. Teens with congenital heart disease floss, brush and visit the dentist less than their peers. But they have healthier behaviors when it comes to alcohol, cigarettes and illicit drugs.